Surf El Confital, Canary Islands

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A prolific reef bottom right-hand point break awaits surfers that engage the idyllic conditions at Las Palmas on Gran Canaria in Spain’s Canary Islands. Swells that begin in the 1.5 meter range and are known to regularly exceed 4 meters spit out some big surf capable of testing the skills of even the most accomplished board riders. Many traveling surfers claim El Confital has the best surf found anywhere in Europe. The ASP stages the annual Movistar Ocean & Earth Pro competition attracting professional surfers from across the globe to the shores of Gran Canaria every September to test their skills against the 2+ meter tubes. Bodyboarders also make claim to the waves at El Confital and stage an annual competition for the elite of their sport under the auspices of the IBA International. Hot summers and warm winters, due to the location of the archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean just off Africa’s north coast, makes for pleasant conditions year round. The seven main islands of the Canary Islands harbor other favored surf spots and opportunities for recreation of all kinds. Board rentals and supplies can be found in the town of Las Palmas along with a good choice of accommodations and restaurants. The local airport is only a few kilometers away from the center of the town. Your dreams may include a trip to the Canary Islands to test some of the same surf professional riders have grown to know and love. Add a visit to Surf at El Confital on Gran Canaria to your list and start planning the adventure today.

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